Tag: Kampala
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Uganda election: Opposition decries ‘military state’ ahead of vote
Opposition voices loud as election nears As Uganda braces for a tightly watched election, the opposition is painting a stark picture of the country’s political climate. Across Kampala and other towns, activists, lawyers, and ordinary citizens have come together under the watch of security forces to stage protests, prayers, and gatherings that signal both resilience…
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Uganda Lecturer Dr. Mugizi Found Dead in Kampala Home
Investigation underway after lecturer found dead in Kampala Police in Kampala are treating the death of Dr. Tom Patrick Mugizi, a senior academic who lectured at Victoria University and Makerere University Business School (MUBS), as a case requiring thorough inquiry. Authorities confirmed that Mugizi’s body was discovered at his residence in the capital, prompting a…
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Education World in Shock: Ugandan Lecturers Dr. Mugizi Found Dead in Kampala Home
Overview of the Incident KAMPALA — Police in Uganda are examining the death of Dr. Tom Patrick Mugizi, a senior academic who taught at Victoria University and Makerere University Business School (MUBS). Authorities confirmed that Mugizi’s body was found at his Kampala home, and investigators have said the circumstances surrounding his death are under inquiry.…
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Ugandan University Lecturer Found Dead in Kampala Home: Police Probe Underway
Overview of the Case Authorities in Kampala are investigating the death of Dr. Tom Patrick Mugizi, a senior academic who lectured at Victoria University and Makerere University Business School (MUBS). The body was discovered at his residence in the capital, prompting a formal inquiry by Ugandan police. While police have not released a final ruling…
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Human Trafficking Networks Shift Tactics to Recruit Fighters for Russia
Introduction: A troubling trend surfaces Recent reporting and first-hand accounts reveal that human trafficking networks are changing their tactics to recruit individuals as fighters for Russia’s operations. These networks, long known for exploiting dreams of travel and better lives, are now evolving their routes, recruitment methods, and coercive techniques to facilitate military involvement. The case…
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ADCCE 2026: Uganda to Host Africa Destination Celebrations Conference
Uganda to Host the Inaugural Africa Destination Celebrations Conference and Expo Uganda is set to welcome industry leaders, policymakers, and travel professionals to the inaugural Africa Destination Celebrations Conference and Expo (ADCCE) from March 23–27, 2026, in Kampala. This milestone event aims to position Africa as a premier hub for destination celebrations, attracting investment, knowledge…
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Uganda to Host Inaugural Africa Destination Celebrations Conference and Expo in 2026
Uganda to Welcome Africa’s Destination Celebration Leaders Uganda is set to welcome travel, tourism, and events professionals from across Africa and beyond for the inaugural Africa Destination Celebrations Conference and Expo (ADCCE). Planned for March 23–27, 2026 in Kampala, this landmark gathering aims to position Africa as a global hub for destination celebrations—from weddings and…
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Ruto Announces SGR Extension: Naivasha to Kampala Next Year
Ruto Announces Start of Naivasha–Kampala SGR Extension President William Ruto has confirmed that construction on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) extension from Naivasha, Kenya, to Kampala, Uganda, will commence in early 2026. The project marks a significant milestone in East Africa’s push to boost regional trade, enhance cross-border transport links, and spur economic growth across…
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Rising Woman Expo 2025: Uganda’s Women Entrepreneurs Lead the Way
Uganda’s Rising Woman Expo 2025 spotlights female entrepreneurship In Kampala, Uganda, the dfcu Rising Woman Expo 2025 showcased the bold creativity, resilience, and leadership of women entrepreneurs across the country. Held at the UMA Showgrounds in Lugogo and organized by dfcu Bank in partnership with Monitor Publications Limited, the two-day event drew hundreds of ambitious…
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Rising Woman Expo 2025: Uganda’s Women Entrepreneurs Shine
Uganda’s women entrepreneurs take centre stage at dfcu Rising Woman Expo 2025 Kampala, Uganda – The dfcu Bank Rising Woman Expo 2025 lit up the UMA Showgrounds in Lugogo over two days, turning the spotlight on Uganda’s vibrant women-led businesses. In partnership with Monitor Publications Limited, the event drew hundreds of women entrepreneurs from across…